Monthly Crime Statistics

Tickhill Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tickhill crime rate in March 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000, 33.8% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences saw a 233% increase, while anti-social behaviour rose 80%.

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Total Crimes
5.1
Per 1,000 People
7.7
UK Average
+3.9%
vs Previous Month

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Tickhill's March 2024 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 33.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's position as a relatively low-crime environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37% of all crimes, with 10 incidents recorded—still 29% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This category's presence, while lower than national levels, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where such crimes occur. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 33.3% of reported incidents (nine cases), a rate 47% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect local characteristics, such as the built-up nature of Tickhill within Doncaster, which could foster higher incidences of public disorder. Other theft and criminal damage also contributed to the overall profile, though these remained below the UK average. Seasonal factors likely influenced these trends: as March transitions to spring, longer evenings may have encouraged more outdoor activity, contributing to the rise in violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of major spikes in property crimes, such as vehicle crime (down 75% from February), suggests that the area's infrastructure or community vigilance may be mitigating certain risks. These findings illustrate a combination of local dynamics and broader national trends, emphasizing the importance of context-specific analysis in understanding crime patterns.

March 2024 witnessed a dramatic surge in violence and sexual offences, which rose by 233.3% from three to ten incidents. This spike, though still below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, contrasts sharply with the previous month's figures and raises questions about contributing factors. Anti-social behaviour also saw an 80% increase, with nine incidents reported—47% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. This category's growth may reflect seasonal shifts, such as longer evenings in spring, which could encourage more public interactions. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 75%, dropping from four to one incident. This decline, 57% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, might indicate improved security measures or fewer vehicles in the area during March. Residents might find the 80% rise in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as it suggests a need for community engagement initiatives in public spaces.

Tickhill's crime rate in March 2024 rose slightly to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 3.9% increase from 4.9 per 1,000 in February. This places the area 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Tickhill recorded roughly one crime per day in March, a figure that may seem low but reflects the area's relatively stable environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 195 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the infrequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This context is critical for residents assessing local safety: while the overall rate remains below the national average, the shift in crime types—particularly the rise in violence and anti-social behaviour—suggests a need for ongoing monitoring of specific patterns. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Tickhill's crime profile, while low in volume, demands attention to emerging trends in certain categories.

Crime Breakdown - March 2024

Crime TypeCountPer 1,000% of Total
Violence and sexual offences101.937%
Anti-social behaviour91.733.3%
Other theft40.814.8%
Criminal damage and arson30.611.1%
Vehicle crime10.23.7%

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The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Tickhill. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

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Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

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Page updated: 27 April 2026

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